CAS 121-44-8: Triethylamine (C6H15N)

Identity

CAS Number121-44-8
Molecular FormulaC6H15N
IUPAC NameN,N-diethylethanamine
Molecular Weight101.19 g/mol
SMILESCCN(CC)CC
SynonymsTEA, N,N-diethylethanamine, triethylamine

2D Structure

Physical Properties

Density0.726 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point89.0°C
Melting Point-114.7°C
Flash Point-7.0°C
Vapor Pressure7.2 kPa at 20°C
Refractive IndexnD = 1.401
Dielectric Constantε = 2.42

Safety & GHS Classification

FlammableGHS05Irritant

Storage: Store under nitrogen in cool, well-ventilated area. Strong amine odor — use in fume hood. Corrosive — handle with gloves and eye protection. Keep away from acids (exothermic reaction) and oxidizers.

Material Compatibility Matrix

Plastics

MaterialRating
PTFEExcellent
PVCPoor
PEGood
PPGood
PEEKExcellent
PVDFGood

Rubbers

MaterialRating
VitonPoor
NBRPoor
EPDMPoor
SiliconePoor
FKMPoor

Metals

MaterialRating
Stainless 316Excellent
AluminumGood
CopperGood
BrassGood

Applications

External References: PubChem

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